Giant wild rye
Leymus condensatus
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A large robust grass. It can be 3 m tall. The flowers are in pointed tight clusters.
Where it is found
It grows on open woodland and on sand dunes. It does best in moist soil but can survive drought.
Countries/locations it is found in
Canada, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The seeds are used as food. They are ground into flour.
It is a famine food.
Edible parts
Seeds, cereal
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Elymus condensatus Presl.;